FIREWARE CARD
FIREWARE CARD was recalled on 18 November 2022 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01634/22. Environment risk reported by Czechia. The solder joint on the PCI card contains an excessive concentration of lead (measured value 36.
| Alert Number | A12/01634/22 |
| Brand | FireWire |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Environment |
| Notifying Country | Czechia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Barcode | XWT20110104 |
| Model Number | PCI 3+3 COMBO XWT20101102 |
| Published | 18 November 2022 |
Risk Description
The solder joint on the PCI card contains an excessive concentration of lead (measured value 36.0% by weight). Lead poses a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (ROHS2).
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 14/09/2022
Product Description
Peripheral component interconnect (PCI) card
🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a environment hazard related to FIREWARE CARD.
About this risk
This product contains substances harmful to the environment, such as excessive heavy metals, ozone-depleting chemicals, or pollutants that do not comply with EU environmental regulations.
Recommended action
Do not dispose of this product in regular household waste. Take it to a certified waste collection point. Check with your local municipality for hazardous waste disposal options.
Who is at risk?
While the direct health risk may be lower, environmental contamination affects entire communities.